Video: Thousands attend vigil for victims of Southport knife attack

An outpouring of grief and solidarity brought thousands of residents together in an emotional vigil this evening, honouring the victims of the recent horrific knife attack that has shaken the community to its core.

In a moving ceremony at the town centre, friends, families, and well-wishers lit candles, laid flowers, and shared stories about the lives lost in the senseless violence. The poignant event, attended by local officials and community leaders, underscored the unity and resilience of Southport's close-knit population in the face of tragedy.

Martin Abrams led an emotional vigil in front of thousands of local Southport residents

Local police had to close the road due to the amount of people spilling onto Lord Street from the ceremony